Tamiflu is a medicine, which is given to people suffering from influenza virus. This medicine contains Oseltamivir phosphate that belongs to a group of neuraminidase inhibitors. The symptoms of flu are sore throat in beginning and cough and head ache in later stages. The body starts aching and some might even experience loss of appetite. It is very effective in attacking the virus in our body and preventing its further growth. Other medicine only covers the symptoms but Tamiflu cures it from the source itself.
Tamiflu has its effect during pregnancy so the dosage of this capsule should be confirmed with the doctor. This grey and light yellow medicine has a dosage of seventy five grams each. Normally it is advised to have this capsule in morning and night that is two capsules each for five days. Some people are advised to take one capsule each for seven days. It all depends on how the person is affected by the flu. the dosage should be as prescribed by the doctor only. Over dosage can show some serious side effects like allergic reaction, swelling and difficulty in breathing. If you see any such side effect, it is better to discontinue with the medicine
